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  New Bern, North Carolina - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
New Bern is a city located in Craven County, North Carolina where the Trent River and the Neuse River converge, 87 miles (140 km) northeast of Wilmington.
New Bern was founded by the Swiss in 1710 under the leadership of Christoph von Graffenried, and is named after the capital of Switzerland, Bern.
New Bern was the site of a battle early in the American Civil War in which it was captured and occupied by union forces.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/New_Bern   (563 words)

  
 City of New Bern, NC   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
It is a pleasure for me to extend personally, as well as on behalf of the New Bern Board of Aldermen and the citizens of our City, a most cordial welcome to the New Bern website.
New Bern is also the home of many firsts in the state and the country; most notably, it is the Birthplace of Pepsi.
New Bern is family focused with a number of great annual activities.
www.ci.new-bern.nc.us   (401 words)

  
 New Bern NC Real Estate Janet Lamb
Founded in 1710 at the confluence of the Trent and Neuse rivers, New Bern was settled by Swiss and German adventurers led by Baron Christopher deGraffenried from Bern, Switzerland.
New Bern is the second oldest town in the state and once served as the capital of North Carolina.
New Bern is constantly growing, yet strives to maintain the historical ambiance that makes it THE destination for visitors and new residents alike.
www.newbernncsold.com /index.asp   (168 words)

  
 New Bern | Insiders' Guide® to North Carolina's Central Coast & New Bern
New Bern's rivers are a tremendous source of area pride, and recent pollution symptoms in the Neuse have stirred tremendous state and local efforts in restoring its health.
New Bern's southeastern boundary is only a few miles from the Croatan National Forest, a 157,000-acre preserve that shelters deer, bear, alligator and the rare Venus' flytrap, a carnivorous plant.
Tucked between New Bern and the Trent River is Trent Woods, one of the wealthiest of North Carolina's incorporated towns.
www.insiders.com /crystalcoast/main-newbern.htm   (1828 words)

  
 Attractions
New Bern and Craven County offer a variety of cultural, educational and historical attractions, from museums to a beautiful palace, there is something available for everyone.
The Attmore-Oliver House (c.1790) is the headquarters for the New Bern Historical Society, exhibits 18th- and 19th- century furniture and New Bern historical objects, including Civil War artifacts, and a unique doll collection.
The New Bern Academy Museum building originally served as a school house for boys and girls, then served as a hospital in the Civil War and in 1881 became part of the New Bern Graded School System.
www.visitnewbern.com /attractions.htm   (889 words)

  
 New Bern National Cemetery   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
New Bern National cemetery is located in New Bern, Craven County, N.C. Founded in 1710, New Bern is the second-oldest city in the state, founded by German and Swiss adventurers whose commander was from city of the same name in Switzerland.
New Bern was captured early in the war.
Many of the burials at New Bern are reinterments of remains from the surrounding area, including Beaufort, Hatteras and locations along the coast.
www.cem.va.gov /nchp/newbern.htm   (840 words)

  
 New Bern
New Bern is the site of Tryon Palace (1767-1770; restored 1950s), a colonial capitol of North Carolina; the New Bern Firemen's Museum; and New Bern National Cemetery.
During the American Civil War, New Bern served as a fortified port for the Confederacy until it was captured by Union troops in 1862.
Newport News covers a land area of 176.9 sq km (68.3 sq mi), with a mean elevation of 3 m (11 ft).
www.civilwarhistory.com /070400/M_Z.htm   (2123 words)

  
 Tryon Palace Historic Site   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Tryon's Palace at New Bern (141k), was of outstanding importance in the history of North Carolina.
At an assembly in New Bern on December 1, 1766, an act was passed by a large majority of the members, with the approval of the crown, entitled: "An act for erecting a convenient building within the town of New Bern for the residence of the governor, or commander-in-chief, for the time being."
Bryant in New Bern to take all the lead from the Palace and send it to him," Major Tillman continued, "but as the enemy are not returning and the building will suffer exceedingly in case the upper part of the roof is removed, he will wait your orders by return of this express.
statelibrary.dcr.state.nc.us /nc/ncsites/tryon.htm   (3824 words)

  
 New Bern on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Settled in 1710 by Swiss and German colonists under Baron Christopher de Graffenried and John Lawson, New Bern was the second town in North Carolina and an early colonial capital; in 1774 it was the seat of the first provincial convention.
Notable among the old buildings are the beautiful Tryon Palace (1767-70), which was the colonial capitol and governor's mansion; Christ Episcopal Church (1752); and New Bern Academy Museum (1809).
New Bern, North Carolina: Founded by a Swiss nobleman, Christoph von Graffenried, the early 18th-century settlement of...
www.encyclopedia.com /html/N/NewB1ern.asp   (382 words)

  
 Historical New Bern, North Carolina
New Bern and Havelock, blend the past with the present, beckoning visitors from around the world to sample our rich history.
New Bern, the second oldest town in North Carolina, is situated where the Trent and Neuse Rivers meet.
New Bern is abound with history around every corner with over 150 historic landmarks, the magnificent Tryon Palace, Birth Place of Pepsi and a 157,000-acre national forest.
www.visitnewbern.com   (273 words)

  
 New Bern Chronicle   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
The New Bern Firemen at the Elizabeth Avenue station were startled to see a small fl bear cub crossing the street from Colony Estates and run across the station lot Thursday.
New Bern Police Animal Control Officers showed up to make sure the animal, judged to be about 1-1 1/2 yrs., didn't go on school property or get in the road again.
She was chased ashore by the USS Quaker State and the USS New Berne, two Navy blockading vessels, nine miles south of Beaufort Inlet.
www.new-bern.nc.us /today   (1416 words)

  
 Historic New Bern
Historic New Bern, North Carolina's second oldest town, is one of the state's leading coastal cities.
New Bern blends the past and the present, beckoning visitors from around the world to sample her Southern charms.
At the outset of the Civil War, New Bern was a strategic stronghold for the Confederacy and a stronghold that the Union forces coveted - part of a larger campaign to capture and control all of coastal North Carolina.
www.harmonyhouseinn.com /newbern.htm   (782 words)

  
 New Bern Churches and Schools   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
New Bern's skyline, replete with many spires, attests to the fact that church-going is very important to New Bernians.
A new Catholic high school is being constructed east of New Bern off US 70.
Under construction is the new Christian High School, with the award-winning work/study curriculum.
www.new-bern.nc.us /churches   (481 words)

  
 New Bern North Carolina Hotels & Motels - Save
New Bern, NC The attractive Holiday Inn Express Hotel New Bern, NC is located three miles from Historic Downtown New Bern, and the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center, and Craven Community College i...
Located on the Neuse River, the Sandcastle Cove is part of The Harbour at New Bern properties offering relaxing settings, perfect for long walks, early morning sunrises, and picturesque sunsets.
Located in the Neuse River, the Sandcastle Village is part of The Harbour at New Bern properties offering relaxing settings, perfect for long walks, early morning sunrises, and picturesque sunsets.
www.travelforecaster.com /hotels_goto/new_bern/nc/usa   (340 words)

  
 The Civil War Battle of New Bern
The only high point from the Southern perspective about the New Bern battle was the valor exhibited by its future wartime governor, Zebulon Vance of the 26th North Carolina Infantry.
Isolated from the main Confederate force with only a handful of troops from the 33rd North Carolina, Vance and the 26th held off an incredibly superior force, thus preventing inevitable damage to the city and population of New Bern by delaying Federal forces from their target.
New Bern fell and the city, whose population was a bit over 5,000 individuals in the 1860 census, was occupied.
www.hiddencoast.com /content/civilwarbattle.htm   (561 words)

  
 Lodging.com: Hotel Details
Both the romance of the past and the luxury of the future can be enjoyed at the Sheraton New Bern Hotel and Marina.
Offering spectacular views, we are located along the shores of the Trent River in the heart of historic New Bern, the state's second oldest city.
In addition, the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center is located adjacent to the hotel.
www.lodging.com /App/ViewSpecificHotelLP?masterId=15319   (330 words)

  
 new bern hotel north carolina nc, golf, bridge pointe hotel, convention, newspaper   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
new bern nc is located east of Raleigh NC approximately 2hours 15 minutes on US70.
The sun journal is the new bern nc local newspaper.
new bern nc real estate and new bern sun journal information are available in the Lobby of the hotel.
www.bridgepointehotel.com   (129 words)

  
 Hotels & Motels in New Bern North Carolina
New Bern Days Inn offers southern charm and hospitality at its best.
New Bern, NC The attractive Holiday Inn Express Hotel New Bern, NC is located three miles from Historic Downtown New Bern, and the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center, and Craven Community College is just 2 miles away.
Offering spectacular views, we are located along the shores of the Trent River in the heart of historic New Bern, the state's second oldest city....click Here for more info...
www.pricerighthotels.com /hotels/new_bern/nc/usa   (493 words)

  
 Real Estate In New Bern North Carolina
New Bern combines small town hospitality with big city conveniences and cultural amenities.
New Bern has a number of golf courses, including beautiful golf course communities.
In addition to New Bern, we provide service for commercial/business sales, residential, building lots and acreage, and property management for the Tri-County area encompassed by Craven, Jones, and Pamlico counties.We are a full-service real estate company ready to meet your needs.
www.homesinnewbern.com   (315 words)

  
 New Bern Bed and Breakfast
Recently renovated and furnished in the finest antiques and oriental carpets, the Rudolph Ulrich House was built in 1896 and served as the home of one of New Berns more successful grocery suppliers.
The house has undergone periods of use and revival, the most recent attending to its turn of the century details that distinguish older homes, and provide our guests with an opportunity to escape to a quiet environment that encourages relaxation.
Located in New Bern's register of historic places and designated an historic home, we are steps away from all major attractions and the confluence of the Neuse and Trent rivers.
www.hannahousenc.net   (111 words)

  
 Swiss Bear Home
Deriving its name from the city's Swiss founders, the 501(c)(3) private nonprofit was established in 1979 to coordinate the revitalization of New Bern's downtown central business district and redevelopment of its waterfront.
An organization with a staff of 3 and a 32-volunteer board of directors, its entrepreneurial approach for seizing opportunities, initiating projects, and taking the necessary risks to effect change, is widely recognized.
A Private Nonprofits' Impact on New Bern, NC In 1979, city and county officials and community leaders established the Swiss Bear Downtown Development Corporation, a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit to spearhead and coordinate the revitalization of the downtown and redevelopment of its waterfront.
www.downtownnewbern.com   (246 words)

  
 New Bern News
Ralph Allen Morris, 82, of New Bern, died Monday, October 10, 2005.Ralph was preceded in death by...
An ecaped convict carjacks a mother and daughter in New Bern at gunpoint.
Local News It's hard to believe that while we have had one of the most active hurricane seasons yet--part of our state is still in the middle of a drought.
www.topix.net /city/new-bern-nc   (961 words)

  
 Eastern Carolina Plastic Modelers Home Page
Not all work is complete; newsletters, galleries, articles before July are available but not updated to the new style.
The Member section is almost complete; see also new Workshop and Current Project sections.
New member info includes workshop photos -- see member pages for Lee Rouse and John Ratzenberger for first submissions.
www.ecpmod.com   (108 words)

  
 New Bern, North Carolina - NC CoastalGuide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Founded in 1710, New Bern was settled by Swiss and German adventurers led by Baron Christopher de Graffenried from Bern, Switzerland.
A major port and trading center in the 1800's, New Bern was captured and occupied by the Union Army after a fierce battle on March 14, 1862.
New Bern's colorful history includes many other fascinating facts.
www.newbern.com   (131 words)

  
 The New Bern Sun Journal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
New numbers put incumbent Commissioner Leon Staton in front of Republican challenger Tony Michalek for the Craven County Board of Commissioners District 5 seat.
Other than the cranking sound of numbers adding and an occasional ring of the phone, the office was dead quiet as they scrutinized the emerging tapes and hand-posted them on notebooks to be added by hand.
Craven County Commissioner Renee Sisk, a Republican who would be in the new majority on the board with Michalek's election, came by to assess the situation, followed by Craven County Manager Harold Blizzard, then Craven County Republican Party Chairman Steve Tyson, who both came in to inquire about the problem and possible solution.
www.newbernsj.com /SiteProcessor.cfm?Template=/GlobalTemplates/Details.cfm&StoryID=18297&Section=Local   (874 words)

  
 North Carolina Real Estate - New Bern Real Estate, Coastal and Historic Properties
New Bern, North Carolina's historic charm is legendary, and the town thrives in modern conveniences.
We are located in the heart of the Historic downtown New Bern North Carolina.
New Bern is rich with tradition, yet vibrant and growing, and filled with small town charm with city conveniences.
www.century21zaytounraines.com   (463 words)

  
 Bed & Breakfast New Bern NC North Carolina Cabins & Rentals - City guide
An elegant, candle lit gourmet breakfast served in the formal dining room and evening appetizers served in the parlor are included.
A full breakfast served in the large dining room, afternoon wine and cheese in the parlor, and evening desserts served in the parlor are included.
New Bern KOA 1565 B Street, New Bern, NC 28560, Located on the Neuse River, Kamping Kabins® and Kamping Lodges®, equipped with heat, air conditioning, fans, and woodframed beds with soft mattresses take the rough out of camping.
www.discoverourtown.com /TownPage.php?Town=191   (1036 words)

  
 New Bern Convention Center - Welcome
The New Bern Riverfront Convention Center offers meeting planners a state-of-the-art meeting facility along with the charm of North Carolina's colonial capital.
The 45,000 square foot New Bern Riverfront Convention Center features a 12,000 square foot ballroom, breakout meeting rooms, pre-function and exhibit space and a beautiful waterfront veranda.
The new Craven Regional Airport terminal hosting an additional carrier and upgraded ground services, over 5 car rental agencies, limousine companies, and the historical trolley make it easy getting to and around New Bern.
www.newbernconventions.com   (171 words)

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